The Carnival Party Blu-ray Edition of hit animated feature Rio is exactly the kind of release that distribution companies should be aiming for. Rammed with special features and compiling stunning images and sumptuous audio, this release is exactly why many viewers will have bought into the Blu-ray movement. Available today in both Triple Play Blu-ray and standard DVD, our review is below…
Feel the rhythm…hear the beat…and let your spirit soar! Blu (voiced by Jesse Eisenberg) is an exotic pet bird who believes he’s the last of his kind. But when his owner learns about Jewel, Blu’s female counterpart in Rio de Janeiro, they set out on the adventure of a lifetime. Even though he’s never learned to fly, Blu befriends a group of wise-cracking city birds who help him find the courage to spread his wings and follow his destiny!
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Feel the rhythm…hear the beat…and let your spirit soar! Blu (voiced by Jesse Eisenberg) is an exotic pet bird who believes he’s the last of his kind. But when his owner learns about Jewel, Blu’s female counterpart in Rio de Janeiro, they set out on the adventure of a lifetime. Even though he’s never learned to fly, Blu befriends a group of wise-cracking city birds who help him find the courage to spread his wings and follow his destiny!
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- 10/24/2011
- by Stuart Cummins
- Obsessed with Film
For Brazilian director Carlos Saldanha (Ice Age), Rio is every bit as much of a love letter to his hometown as Manhattan is for Woody Allen. In hopes of bringing the city's essence to a computer generated setting, he sent crew members to experience the city first hand. They went hang gliding over the city and danced the samba in the parade at Rio's world famous Carnival during pre-production, proof of both can be seen in the disc's extras. Saldanha succeeded in delivering a charming animated adventure, even if it isn't particularly memorable or unique.
Jesse Eisenberg (The Social Network) voices Blu, a nestling Blue Macaw who was captured and abandoned before a Minnesota girl named Linda (Leslie Mann) ultimately rescued him. Years later, a scientist visits Linda at her book store and explains that her feathered companion is the last known male of his species, inviting them to...
Jesse Eisenberg (The Social Network) voices Blu, a nestling Blue Macaw who was captured and abandoned before a Minnesota girl named Linda (Leslie Mann) ultimately rescued him. Years later, a scientist visits Linda at her book store and explains that her feathered companion is the last known male of his species, inviting them to...
- 8/15/2011
- by Kevin Blumeyer
- Rope of Silicon
Chicago – Blue Sky Studios’ “Rio” feels nearly designed for Blu-ray as the film’s strengths are amplified by the world of HD video and sound. With bright colors and Brazilian music, it’s easier to get sucked into the world of this so-so family flick, and a large number of special features makes it easier to overlook the unsatisfactory nature of the actual movie. The important thing is that the little ones in your family will be captivated by the talking, dancing birds with the colorful plumage, especially in 1080p.
Blu-Ray Rating: 3.5/5.0
When I think of the crime-ridden streets of Brazil and the sexually-charged world of Carnivale, my mind doesn’t dream up G-rated family storytelling but maybe that’s why I don’t make movies. The team behind the “Ice Age” movies were clearly trying to find as colorful and vibrant a setting as possible and there are...
Blu-Ray Rating: 3.5/5.0
When I think of the crime-ridden streets of Brazil and the sexually-charged world of Carnivale, my mind doesn’t dream up G-rated family storytelling but maybe that’s why I don’t make movies. The team behind the “Ice Age” movies were clearly trying to find as colorful and vibrant a setting as possible and there are...
- 8/11/2011
- by adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)
- HollywoodChicago.com
Your Weekly Source for the Newest Releases to Blu-Ray Tuesday, August 2nd, 2011
Better Off Dead (1985)
Synopsis: Lane Meyer is a depressed teen who loses his girlfriend Beth. Her given reason for breaking up is: “Lane, I think it’d be in my best interest if I dated somebody more popular. Better looking. Drives a nicer car.” Anyway, poor Lane is left alone and thinks up treacherous ways of killing himself. He finally meets a French beauty called Monique and falls for her. Simultaneously, he must endure his mother’s terrible cooking which literally slides off the table and his disgusting next door neighbour Ricky (and his mum) while he prepares for the skiing race of his life – to get his old girlfriend back! (blu-ray.com)
Special Features: Theatrical trailer.
Double Feature: Black Sheep/Tommy Boy (1996/1995)
Synopsis: Black Sheep - A gubernatorial candidate hires a wormy special assistant whose only job...
Better Off Dead (1985)
Synopsis: Lane Meyer is a depressed teen who loses his girlfriend Beth. Her given reason for breaking up is: “Lane, I think it’d be in my best interest if I dated somebody more popular. Better looking. Drives a nicer car.” Anyway, poor Lane is left alone and thinks up treacherous ways of killing himself. He finally meets a French beauty called Monique and falls for her. Simultaneously, he must endure his mother’s terrible cooking which literally slides off the table and his disgusting next door neighbour Ricky (and his mum) while he prepares for the skiing race of his life – to get his old girlfriend back! (blu-ray.com)
Special Features: Theatrical trailer.
Double Feature: Black Sheep/Tommy Boy (1996/1995)
Synopsis: Black Sheep - A gubernatorial candidate hires a wormy special assistant whose only job...
- 8/1/2011
- by Travis Keune
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
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